Unmanned Aircraft Technical Lead

DZYNE Technologies • Irvine, CA

5d • $160,000 - $210,000

About The Position

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready. We’re growing fast and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success. Ready to do work that matters? Join us. Position: Unmanned Aircraft Technical Lead Location: Irvine, CA Position Description: DZYNE is seeking a Technical Lead to own the design, integration, and productization of this next generation SUAS system. You’ll lead a distributed, cross-functional team spanning Software, Aero, GNC, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Test, Manufacturing, and Quality, guiding the product from design through manufacturing and sustainment. This person must be deeply grounded in system design and software, as these will drive the platform’s adaptability and mission capability; from ATAK plugin integration and autonomy behaviors to simulation environments and modular payload control.

Requirements

• Proven experience taking complex hardware/software products from prototype to full rate production in UAVs or robotics industry for the DoW.
• Strong background in system design, software integration, and automation for mission-critical platforms.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and production test infrastructure.
• Experience driving hardware productization across mechanical and electrical domains
• 10+ years of proven experience leading cross-functional technical teams through product development, from early design through production and field deployment
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field required.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient with first principal sizing methods of multi-disciplinary aircraft systems
• Knowledge of aerodynamic stability and control modes, models, concepts, and coefficients
• Working knowledge of basic aircraft aerodynamics and performance
• Experience in designing robotic and aircraft systems
• Military and/or UAV experience is a plus
• Experience developing technical scope and basis of estimates for proposals
• Master’s degree is preferred, particularly in Autonomous Systems, Control Systems, or Systems Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead a distributed, cross-functional team spanning Software, Aero, GNC, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Test, Manufacturing, and Quality, guiding the product from design through manufacturing and sustainment.
• Own the design, integration, and productization of this next generation SUAS system.
• Characterize, analyze, test, and troubleshoot system hardware and software subsystems
• Interface effectively with users, customers, management, and other engineering personnel
• Ability to create and follow standard processes and clearly document results

Benefits

• DZYNE provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, employee life and accidental death, and disability.
• DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays.
• Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401K plan with an employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level